Shielded from the world by stately hedges and private gates, 685 Elkins Road is a rare example of 1930s Georgian architecture thoughtfully reimagined for the modern era. The residence carries the effortless grace of its former inhabitants, Audrey Hepburn and Deborah Kerr, while functioning as a luxurious contemporary compound. Featuring five bedrooms and six-and-a-half bathrooms, most with en-suite accommodations, the home balances comfort and privacy with elegant design. Interiors showcase soaring ceilings, grand symmetry, a private study, a spacious chef's kitchen, and a lower-level media room, creating a seamless mix of refined living and everyday functionality. A covered front lanai introduces indoor-outdoor living, overlooking manicured gardens, expansive lawns, and a private putting green that create a sense of arrival seldom found in Brentwood. Behind the home, the grounds open to a serene pool and a lush, wooded hillside, offering a tranquil and secluded retreat. Ideally located just a short distance from Brentwood's Country Mart, as well as nearby shops, restaurants, cafes and top-tier public and private schools, this is a rare opportunity to own one of Brentwood's most storied and private legacy estates.
For sale
Price cut: $355K (1/15)
$9,995,000
685 Elkins Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90049
5beds
6,099sqft
Est.:
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
0.72 Acres Lot
$9,268,700 Zestimate®
$1,639/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Serene poolPrivate putting greenLush wooded hillsideGrand symmetryPrivate studyManicured gardensSoaring ceilings
- 49 days |
- 1,408 |
- 62 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 25, 2026 at 03:11am
Listed by:
Jennifer Montague DRE # 02173576 818-257-3516,
Sotheby's International Realty 310-724-7000,
Graham J. Larson DRE # 01905737 310-303-9397,
Sotheby's International Realty
Source: CLAW,MLS#: 26637017
Tour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Basement, Bar, Attic, Dressing Area, Family Room, Formal Entry, Powder, Service Entrance, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry, Bonus Room, Dining Area, Library, Lanai
Bedroom
- Features: Dressing Area, Walk-In Closet(s)
Bathroom
- Features: Powder Room, Shower and Tub, Shower Stall, Linen Closet, Shower Over Tub
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Pantry
Heating
- Central, Hot Water
Cooling
- Central Air, Air Conditioning, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Gas/Electric Range, Microwave, Built-Ins, Bar Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Water Filter, Range/Oven, Water Line to Refrigerator, Refrigerator, Hot Water Circulator, Instant Hot Water
- Laundry: Laundry Area, Gas Dryer Hookup, Gas Or Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Bar, Basement, Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Wet Bar, Built-Ins, Breakfast Nook, Family Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Formal Dining Rm
- Flooring: Wood Laminate, Hardwood, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Tinted Windows, Skylight(s)
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Kitchen, Library, Patio, Other, Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,099
- Total interior livable area: 6,099 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway, Garage - 2 Car
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Entry location: Foyer
- Patio & porch: Brick, Lanai, Rear Porch, Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Privacy,Wrought Iron,Fenced Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods, Hills
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.72 Acres
- Dimensions: 130 x 240
- Features: Front Yard, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 4426033010
- Zoning: LARE15
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Cable
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1939
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Exterior Security Lights, 24 Hour Security, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security Lights, Fire and Smoke Detection System, Gated, Prewired, Alarm System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
Location
- Region: Los Angeles
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,639/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,587,723
- Annual tax amount: $31,387
- Date on market: 1/15/2026
- Exclusions: tbd
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$9,268,700
$8.81M - $9.73M
$29,676/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/15/2026 | Price change | $9,995,000-3.4%$1,639/sqft |
Source:  CLAW #26637017 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2025 | Price change | $10,350,000-5%$1,697/sqft |
Source: CLAW #25548421 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $10,895,000$1,786/sqft |
Source: CLAW #25548421 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $31,387 +1.2% | $2,587,723 +2% |
| 2024 | $31,002 +2% | $2,536,985 +2% |
| 2023 | $30,401 +4.9% | $2,487,241 +2% |
| 2022 | $28,987 +1.3% | $2,438,473 +2% |
| 2021 | $28,618 -1% | $2,390,661 +1% |
| 2020 | $28,912 | $2,366,148 +2% |
| 2019 | $28,912 +4.6% | $2,319,754 +2% |
| 2018 | $27,640 | $2,274,270 +2% |
| 2017 | $27,640 +2.2% | $2,229,678 +2% |
| 2016 | $27,040 +2.4% | $2,185,959 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $26,413 +1.2% | $2,153,125 +2% |
| 2014 | $26,109 | $2,110,949 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $2,060,206 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $2,019,810 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $2,004,716 +10.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,821,480 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,785,765 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,750,750 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,716,423 |
| 2005 | -- | $1,716,423 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $1,649,774 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $1,619,539 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $1,587,785 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $1,526,131 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$58,604/mo
Principal & interest
$48776
Property taxes
$9828
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Brentwood
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Kenter Canyon Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10Paul Revere Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 9/10Palisades Charter High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.8 mi
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